Record #:

13173

Author(s):

Sharpe, Bill

Abstract:

Encompassing 427 square miles and located in the northwestern part of the state, Ashe County is renowned for mountains, railways, geography, unusual water, Native Americans, and industry. Settled in 1755 and issuing land grants since 1773, Ashe County contains an interesting history spanning four centuries.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 22 Issue 7, Aug 1954, p20-25, il

Subject(s):

Ashe County--History; Ashe County--Description and travel